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26 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Desrochers, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley Heights, NJ?
Dr. Laurence Desrochers, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley Heights, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Desrochers graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Desrochers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desrochers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desrochers’s office.
Where did Dr. Desrochers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Desrochers speak?
Dr. Desrochers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Desrochers treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desrochers diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Desrochers. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
- Lung Disease
- Lung infection
- Chest infection
- Acute respiratory infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Desrochers perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laurence Desrochers may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desrochers' office.
Does Dr. Desrochers accept my insurance?
Dr. Desrochers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desrochers accept in Berkeley Heights, NJ?
Dr. Desrochers in Berkeley Heights, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Carepoint Health
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Healthfirst
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desrochers' office located?
What is Dr. Desrochers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desrochers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861437295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desrochers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desrochers
What is Dr. Laurence Desrochers's specialty?
Dr. Desrochers is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley Heights, NJ. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Desrochers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurence Desrochers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desrochers is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Laurence Desrochers accepting new patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Desrochers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Desrochers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desrochers's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Desrochers?
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